Working with a Productivity Specialist When You Have ADD/ADHD

At Sorted Out we have several organizers on our team that hold certificates in Productivity and Time Management Studies. We also have professionals that hold ADHD Specialist Certificates, and we have a few that hold both! When I say we know and understand the complexities of having ADD/ADHD? We know. Just like there are professional organizers that specialize in hoarding behaviors or chronic disorganization, there are professionals that specialize in productivity for those with ADD/ADHD. And the professionals on our staff are all here to make life less stressful and more productive for you!

When working with Productivity Specialists who also are trained, educated, and experienced in working with individuals with ADD/ADHD, they can better understand the specific challenges you face and can tailor the strategies in their toolbox based on what will work best for YOU. You’ll have optimal success working with a Productivity Specialist because they will help you develop the foundation for productive habits and routines. Then, you will be able to navigate tasks, handle your schedule, and prioritize effectively on your own.

Managing time effectively can be challenging (if not the biggest challenge) for individuals with ADD/ADHD. A Productivity Specialist, like the incredible professionals we have on our team, will teach you proper time management skills to help you stay organized and on task throughout your workday. They will take their education and use their skillset to help break down your specific tasks into smaller, more manageable steps. This strategy will make a world of difference for your time management processes. A Productivity Specialist will also help you set goals that are both realistic and achievable. Their assistance will help you manage your stress so that you can continue meeting deadlines and staying on top of your work responsibilities.

Not only will they give you new strategies, help you establish routines, and assist you with the internal challenges you face as someone with ADD/ADHD, but they will also bring physical resources to the table. They will provide digital resources (such as apps and calendars) as well as other physical resources and tools (timers, etc.) that will then be available to you during your normal day-to-day. Ideally, you would work with them to find which resources prove most successful and those would then be weaved into your routines to establish new efficiency and productivity.

Working with a Productivity Specialist will help you to develop the skills for long-term success. Skills such as prioritization, problem-solving, task/deadline management, stress coping techniques, and effective communication are all areas you will see improve after working with a Productivity Specialist.

Speaking of improvement; I’m guessing organization is maybe another area of yours that could use a little attention, love, and care? You aren’t alone! Organization is a common struggle for those with ADD/ADHD. A Productivity Specialist can help you develop organizational structures and processes to help you manage and maintain your workspace. By working with them to come up with effective structures, it will help to minimize clutter that may cause distractions. They will help you implement a proper filing system for the role and business. A Productivity Specialist’s top priority should be helping you create systems that work with you, rather than against you. They can organize the space you have, set up new organization routines and structures, and provide suggestions on the products that work best for those with ADD/ADHD.

Another important area a Productivity Specialist will focus on is accountability. Their goal is to keep you on track and accountable, so you can continue to reach the goals you have set for yourself. Maintenance sessions are important to continue to stay accountable, but also to check in and discuss things that can be improved to better support you. At these sessions the Productivity Specialist will celebrate your successes with you, provide added support, discuss what aspects of the established system may need a change or improvement, and give you the assurance you need to stay motivated and focused.

A Productivity Specialist will give you the tools, support, and motivation you need to achieve success, but they will ultimately have to let you make that success your reality. This accomplishment and the growth you will see in yourself will likely be empowering and motivating. This will help boost your confidence and self-esteem in the workplace.

The benefits of working with a Professional Productivity Specialist if you have ADD/ADHD are crystal clear. Having someone in your corner to create systems that work for you, make life easier, and increase your motivation and confidence at work? Sign me up! (But really, send us an email at info@sortedout.com today to set up a meeting and start the process of matching you with one of our professionals that can best meet your needs.) You DO have the power to make these little changes in your life; let us be the ones to prove that to you firsthand.

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Tonia